WORTH THE MONEY? Ink blending brush COMPARISON

Side by side honest review of the Picket Fence Studios Life Changing Brushes and several different Amazon Make Up Brushes. Learn the differences between them, what it means to you and how to use ink blending brushes on your cards and paper crafting projects.
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[@lorib5341]

thanks for the review! i was wondering about any differences. I have a few of the picket fence but may add to my collection with the other!

[@lindamleslie6633]

Does anyone know a card utuber lady that has (I think)arthritis in her hands. I’ve lost track of her. Can’t remember her name. I would Appreciate someone forwarding me her name. Email me @. [e-mail] Thx

[@emptynestscrapper961]

Linda M Leslie I think the channel is Crafting for Almost Everyone

[@simon.hurley]

Oooh! Loved the video Ingrid. Super informative! :)

[@ruthgibbs2944]

Like you, I have been using the Life Changing Brushes and the Yoseng flexible brushes for 7 or 8 months. I have the full set of both and cannot find any appreciable difference between them. They both work great. If I buy another set, it will be the Yoseng, strictly because of price. The quality is there with both brands. Thank you for confirming my observations. I sure your video will be very helpful to many crafters.

[@laineyj3058]

I watched this video and ordered the hose go. Literally have just tried blending actually right across my card and have to say they are fab. 1st time blending on card all over. They do a great job! Thank you so much for demonstrating!

[@IngridBlackburn]

Glad I could help! I love them so much - and a fraction of the cost of others. Thanks for watching Lainey! :)

[@jinkiedog8824]

Thanks Ingrid! I love my Amazon set. I actually saved one out to use as a make-up brush! It works great on my face too. Love the little tiny ones for small spaces.

[@bonnieshapiro9180]

I can’t seem to find the rack for holding the brushes on Amazon. Do you have a link or brand for the rack. Thanks for the video. Blending looks very smooth.

[@LHarrolle]

Very informative video Ingrid, thanks. I picked up a set of makeup brushes at Walmart last year and they work great for ink blending. I tried a couple off of Amazon too. They looked different but performed the same for me. I haven't tried the Life Changing brushes yet. I also tend to reach for only one big brush every time. It cleans up easily between colors so I really don't need a bunch of brushes.

[@dianeloughrey7808]

Thanks for this review. I just ordered the Yoeseng (sp.). I have a set of Life Changing and love them but like you said it comes down to cost. Since the Yoeseng seem the same to you them I'm in.

[@Tanya99503]

I think the real test is how long they last before wearing out. Can you keep us updated on any changes. I like supporting usa, but funds are funds as well, and if the cheaper ones last only a third of time as the life changing ones....I will go with life changing because you get what you pay for in the end.

[@allaboutthatwifeandmomlife]

I love this review thanks !!! Definitely getting the Amazon ergonomic handle 👍

[@charlottesnyder8694]

I have the rose gold ones. I had never been able to blend without blotches with the little foams. I'm no professional and don't make a ton of cards, but the Yo Seng brushes work great for me. I actually hold the brush head with my thumb and second finger, leaving the index finger free to press harder if I need to. I want to support small business also, but frankly, this is like the Misti-- I find it difficult to believe the price difference is necessary.

[@IngridBlackburn]

Ya, even after all those others came out...yoseng are the best. I live them the most. Thanks for watching. 😁😁🎨

[@michelegourd5742]

Thanks for the review I already have the ones from Amazon and they work for me as I am on a budget. Good to know that there is not a difference between them. Thanks again!!

[@melissafriedrich3171]

Thank you for your honest and in depth review and tips on ink blending with these brushes.

[@SarahArnoldTheAccidentalArtist]

This is the best video that I have seen on this topic because you cover everything! Thank you Ingrid. I will buy mine from your links too :) XOXO

[@IngridBlackburn]

I'm so glad you enjoyed it Sarah! I love those Yoseng brushes. I've tried several brands since making this video well over a year ago - and I still stand by my recommendation. Bottom line - all made in China, get them for $11, why not...lol! You'll love the small ones too - I have a separate video showing how to use those. Thanks for watching. Have a wonderful weekend. 😀😀🎨

[@SarahArnoldTheAccidentalArtist]

@@IngridBlackburn I will take a peek at your video on the small ones. I wondered that when I received them all yesterday. Thank you, Ingrid and I hope that time will bring you some solace over your recent loss. This will be my first holiday season without my mother too. She loved the holidays! Darn....Blessings, Sarah

[@IngridBlackburn]

@@SarahArnoldTheAccidentalArtist Have fun playing with them. I'm so sorry for your loss. Mine loved the holidays too. So so much. It's gonna definitely be different. 😘

[@ooman56]

I'm so glad to see your review, thank you! I bought a set on ali express and wondered if I cheated myself on quality, but I've been happy with them, the little I've used them.

[@ooman56]

@@IngridBlackburn Thank you for the heads up about stealing art and supplies and I'm so sorry! As you can see, I removed the link.

[@dandmpug]

I'm a newbie to ink blending, so I really enjoyed this. Could I ask, though - what it is that you spray to clean off your mat? Is it water?

[@IngridBlackburn]

you got it - just water! Thanks for watching, have fun exploring this fun technique!! 🎨😁 ❤️

[@mfstrohl]

Do you have to have a set for each color or can u clean them

[@mfstrohl]

I found a set of 10 with the gold handle and holder for 18.99 on amazon

[@LHarrolle]

Melissa I use the same one for all colors but I never blend black so maybe would use a different one for that. Between colors I rub it off on paper and then a microfiber towel. Sometimes I run it across a damp rag and let dry. I've had to problem with color transfer and love only needing one on my table.

[@LHarrolle]

Also, dye and distress ink clean off the best. I found that oxides are heavier and harder to clean.

[@laurelbakker]

@@LHarrolle Cool, then that means I don't need dozens of brushes if I stick with dye inks?! I love this hobby, but I will have a mental breakdown 😅 if my craft room gets too cluttered. Thanks for your comment! 👍

[@sunastirkcreates]

Thank you so much Ingrid. I've been away overseas with very sketchy internet connections so only catching up on You Tube now. I was really wondering about the brushes as I have one of those make up brush sets and they seemed to do the trick. Awesome blending here, thanks again.

[@jennygiallanza4524]

I love that you’re wearing your Junkie Fest shirt. Woo hoo!

[@Kathykfalk]

Thank you so much for sharing Ingrid! I love your videos. They are always so informative and worthwhile!

[@KP-nx8lo]

Are all of these makeup brushes? Or are the picket fence ones for inks?

[@HeatherscraftyLife]

Awesome video! Thanks so much!

[@jadebez]

Such a great and honest review. I just got the ergonomic yoseng. I really enjoy your videos.

[@dianalama1591]

Did you have tape at the base of some of your brushes?

[@dianalama1591]

Thank you, great video.

[@Kythera1976]

Just wondering if anyone has used the Yoseng colored handle brushes and where they fall in the spectrum?

[@IngridBlackburn]

Great question. I hadn't seen those as I have SO many brushes already. I have loved all the yoseng brushes so far. I think the colored ones seem a bit on the pricey side (though cheaper than stamp stores). Probably know crafters will pay higher prices...lol. My fav so far are the black yoseng, the white ones from the photo don't look like they flare out the same way, but I could be wrong. Hmmm....not sure I need more blending brushes - I have over 50....lol! For the money, you can't go wrong if colored handles are important to you. Hope that helps!! :)

[@judyestrada1446]

Thanks for this review! 💕

[@lindamiller9231]

Nice comparison

[@cherylablagden8602]

The Dollar Tree in Canada sells 3 different sizes and they sell them individually so you can buy just one size if you like. They blend beautifully and they are the same black handle and they are ergonomic. $1.25 each)

[@brendastrachan1843]

So I shall check them out. 🇨🇦

[@jillduplessie5015]

Good review, Ingrid. I have set from Amazon and I am really learning to love them. I haven't tried the Picket Fence but I don't think they are worth the money.

[@roden70]

I'm not from the USA and all craft supplies are expensive in Europe because of the big craft companies are in the USA so I look at the funds. I have the Yoshe brushes(the set with big and small brushes) and I like them. And I just ordered 10 more of the bigger brushes to dedicade to different colours. 14 euro against 45 euro +18 euro shipping is really a no brainer to me, even if the cheaper ones would perform a little less than the picket fence brushes.

[@IngridBlackburn]

I agree with you! I had such a tough time with supplies when I lived in Germany in recent years, was quite frustrating. The yoseng are my favorite - they keep releasing more and more blending tools which is a bit comical to me. The yoseng are perfect, cost effective, and all someone needs....lol. Thanks for watching!!! 😀😀🎨

[@roden70]

@@IngridBlackburn You are a pleasure to watch. I always get frustrated when I see all those wonderful kits coming out in the US. Off course I can get them but the costs are doubled by shipping and tripled by taxes and import fees. That's the reality of things over here.

[@IngridBlackburn]

@@roden70 yup, I agree. Have you tried ordering through England? My friend Justine Hovey now lives in Germany from Canada. She may have some other resources for you. Stempelmeer in Germany is pretty big and gets stuff in regularly. Hope that's helpful! 😁

[@roden70]

@@IngridBlackburn I sometimes order in the UK but they are expensive with shipping as well. Only Tonic has very reasonable prices. I will not that German shop. I live in the Netherlands so shipping might be okay. Thanks for the tip!

[@susanvanschuyver7900]

Excellent review.

[@corrinem1204]

It looks like they broke because I see tape around them, is that the case?

[@traceybartlam5940]

I’m pretty sure they’re probably made in the same factory and are the SAME product. They are basically make up brushes that someone has called a craft product and put a premium price on! They’ve been around in the make up world a while. I have a set from amazon and they’re amazing. Cost me less than £10. They really blend inks so smoothly.

[@traceybartlam5940]

@@IngridBlackburn thanks for taking the time to do the video 😁

[@susandzama3000]

On the Chinese version of Amazon they are $5 with free shipping. Thanks for the review

[@743linda]

Great review!!! Thank you! I love my Life Changing Brushes but if I decide to get another set, I think I would go with the cheaper set! Right now I am doing ok with just 10. Love the stand❤️

[@743linda]

I ordered the stand!!! Thanks. Getting ready for JUNKIEFEST on Wednesday. Wish you were coming!

[@summer5851]

Thanks for doing comparison on yoseng vs life changing blending brushes. I have severe RA (with deformity) since I was 21yrs. old. For over 30yrs. I have artificial knuckles elbows and shoulders some are worn and dislocated. I need blending made easier but I also need to save money as I care of my 93yr old mom with dementia and so I'm on a tight budget. So I leaning towards the yoseng. Do either have a textured grip on handle? Excited to get something because foam blenders really tire my wrist, hands, even my shoulders out. Thanks again for sharing.

[@emmawatts8453]

I paid 5.00 on WISH for my set ,then bought my friend a set for 3.00 love them.

[@laineyj3058]

Sorry meant yoseng